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Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto reliable? We analysed 1,588 real MOT tests across 465 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,588 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.6%
Typical Mileage
21,301mi
Annual Mileage
5,437mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto.

Specifications

Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1199cc
Engine
129bhp
Power
160g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1199cc
Power
129 BHP
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Blue
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
160 g/km Band G
Emission class
6am
Road tax (12 mo.)
£150
Road tax (6 mo.)
£82.50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

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Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

84%
2021
87.8%
2020

Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 7

Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,957 mi/yr
Typical
5,437 mi/yr
Average
7,029 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,572 mi/yr

Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 902 84.0% 14,476 24,144 35,781
2020 633 87.8% 9,984 17,978 28,930

How Long Does a Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto Last?

Based on 465 Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.0 years
Median
4.0 years

Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
21,301 mi
75th Percentile
33,100 mi
95th Percentile
53,853 mi
Max Recorded
145,917 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2020

87.8% MOT pass rate from 633 tests

Year to avoid
2021

84.0% MOT pass rate from 902 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.8% across 633 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto THIS CAR 85.6% 1,588 21,301 mi — yrs
Vauxhall Corsa 69.7% 26,893,546 58,908 mi 33 yrs
Vauxhall Astra 71.9% 25,288,868 76,280 mi 34 yrs
Vauxhall Zafira 71.9% 8,488,627 75,062 mi 27 yrs
BMW 220I Sport Auto 88.9% 3,010 28,350 mi — yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto?

The Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.6% across 1,588 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto owner drives around 5,437 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto reliable?
Based on 1,588 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto has a 85.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto does around 5,437 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Combo Life Elite S/s Auto is 2020 with a 87.8% pass rate across 633 tests.